every inch of the Adizero x Allbirds 2.94 KG CO2e has been carefully reimagined to be as sustainable as possible. The design comes with a bio-based EVA midsole made with 17% plant-based content derived from sugarcane and a sock liner that uses 46% bio-based sugarcane content.
The sole, made from 10% recycled rubber, is extremely light (1-1.2mm thick) with a minimalist design, reducing the CO2 footprint compared to conventional soles. The upper is made from 77% recycled polyester and 23% natural lyocell, a fiber made from sustainably grown wood. The lining, laces and embroidery are 100% recycled polyester.
The Adizero x Allbirds 2.94 KG CO2e become the lightest Adidas and Allbirds running shoes. Courtesy
It’s impressive that the torsion bar (a light bridge between the forefoot and heel) has been removed, but it’s still an elite shoe. Additionally, both the upper and sole construction are inspired by the Tangram principle, a design method that creates the visual impression that the upper material and sole have been put together like a puzzle of individual pieces. This means that all individual parts must achieve as little scrap as possible in production, in turn reducing waste.
“The launch of the Adizero X Allbirds 2.94 KG CO2e it shows that a similar ambition can help achieve low-carbon running shoes on a large scale,” says Kimia Yaraghchian, product manager at Adidas, “this project has laid the groundwork for the goal of decarbonization. All the lessons learned from this have subsequently and immediately been incorporated into the creation of more tennis running to achieve the reduction of our footprint more quickly. So stay tuned for the next inspiring designs that will shake up the market.” (Learn how to choose the ideal running shoes for you).
Launch and price
Unlike previous sneakers, which were released in very limited quantities, the Adizero x Allbirds 2.94 CO2e they will have a launching wider and will be available in four colors. Adidas and Allbirds They want to insist on the fact that the tennis shoes with low carbon emissions can be supplied on a large scale.
How long will we have to wait for them? Just a few days. Instead of the long wait time of previous shoes (they were announced in 2020 and received a date launching in December 2021), the new Adizero x Allbirds 2.94 CO2e They will be available at the end of April, online for $143.
Article originally published in GQ UK.
